System Reference Document 5.2.1
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Classes
Barbarian
Core Barbarian Traits
Primary Ability Strength
Hit Point Die D12 per Barbarian level
Saving Throw 
Proficiencies
Strength and Constitution
Skill Proficiencies Choose 2: Animal Handling, 
Athletics, Intimidation, Na -
ture, Perception, or Survival
Weapon Proficiencies Simple and Martial weapons
Armor Training Light and Medium armor and 
Shields
Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) Greataxe, 
4 Handaxes, Explorer’s Pack, 
and 15 GP; or (B) 75 GP
Becoming a Barbarian …
As a Level 1 Character
• Gain all the traits in the Core Barbarian Traits 
table.
• Gain the Barbarian’s level 1 features, which are 
listed in the Barbarian Features table.
As a Multiclass Character
• Gain the following traits from the Core Barbarian 
Traits table: Hit Point Die, proficiency with Mar-
tial weapons, and training with Shields.
• Gain the Barbarian’s level 1 features, which are 
listed in the Barbarian Features table.
Barbarian Class Features
As a Barbarian, you gain the following class features 
when you reach the specified Barbarian levels. 
These features are listed in the Barbarian Features 
table.
Level 1: Rage
You can imbue yourself with a primal power called 
Rage, a force that grants you extraordinary might 
and resilience. You can enter it as a Bonus Action if 
you aren’t wearing Heavy armor.
 You can enter your Rage the number of times 
shown for your Barbarian level in the Rages column 
of the Barbarian Features table. You regain one ex -
pended use when you finish a Short Rest, and you 
regain all expended uses when you finish a Long 
Rest.
Barbarian Features
Level
Proficiency 
Bonus Class Features Rages
Rage 
Damage
Weapon 
Mastery
1 +2 Rage, Unarmored Defense, Weapon Mastery 2 +2 2
2 +2 Danger Sense, Reckless Attack 2 +2 2
3 +2 Barbarian Subclass, Primal Knowledge 3 +2 2
4 +2 Ability Score Improvement 3 +2 3
5 +3 Extra Attack, Fast Movement 3 +2 3
6 +3 Subclass feature 4 +2 3
7 +3 Feral Instinct, Instinctive Pounce 4 +2 3
8 +3 Ability Score Improvement 4 +2 3
9 +4 Brutal Strike 4 +3 3
10 +4 Subclass feature 4 +3 4
11 +4 Relentless Rage 4 +3 4
12 +4 Ability Score Improvement 5 +3 4
13 +5 Improved Brutal Strike 5 +3 4
14 +5 Subclass feature 5 +3 4
15 +5 Persistent Rage 5 +3 4
16 +5 Ability Score Improvement 5 +4 4
17 +6 Improved Brutal Strike 6 +4 4
18 +6 Indomitable Might 6 +4 4
19 +6 Epic Boon 6 +4 4
20 +6 Primal Champion 6 +4 4